With phrases like, “plans of old” and “steadfast faithfulness” and “wonderful things” is it any wonder we are in awe of our Dad…
Daily Word: “Nibble, nibble on my house . . .” Proverbs 5:8-10
I’ve always wondered if the German brothers Grimm based their fairy tale, Hansel and Gretel on today’s passage. For those who never read…
Daily Word: Haste Makes Mistakes. Proverbs 29:20
What is the definition of a hasty person? Someone who makes a fast, and typically superficial decision, action, or opinion. In today’s…
Daily Word: The Grand Appearance. Titus 2:11-12
I love the translation of this passage from Titus. “For the grace of God has appeared . . .” Paul puts into perspective why Jesus…
Daily Word: How Do We Treat Knowledge? Proverbs 15:2
From time to time, I have the great privilege to be in the company of brilliant, Bible scholars. It can be as intimidating…
Daily Word: Ever Flip a Table or Two? Proverbs 8:19
What kind of “harvest” does our wisdom produce? Up until recently, I thought all wisdom belonged to GOD — you know, the Creator of the…
Daily Word: Our Eye’s Apple. Proverbs 7:2
Six years ago, the posterior vitreous material in my left eye detached. PVD is a relatively common problem as we age. As we get older…
Daily Word: Is Your Service Too Slow? Matthew 20:28
Do you feel more comfortable as the server or the served? For me, being served feels uncomfortable most of the time. Perhaps it is because…
Daily Word: A Rod and Staff Comfort? Psalm 23:4
It’s interesting how commentaries differ on the symbolism of the “rod and staff.” From comparisons to Moses’s rod — a walking stick GOD…
